Preliminary Improvements in Dynamic Postural Control after A Group-based Intervention Program for Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder: A Brief Report

ABSTRACT

Objective

To determine the value of a traditional (easy to implement) group-based intervention program on both static and dynamic postural control in children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD).

Methods

Sway and stability indices were measured with the Clinical Test of Sensory Integration in Balance (CTSIB) and efficiency of goal-directed movement was measured during a Limits-of-Stability (LoS) task, before and after the intervention program. The intervention involved a total of 10 one-hour group sessions, administered once per week for 10 weeks.

Results

Results indicated significant group increases in dynamic postural control (p <.05). These results suggest it is possible to improve dynamic postural control in this population. This type of intervention does not require any expensive materials, it is feasible, and easy-to-implement to a group of children.

Conclusion

We conclude that this simple form of intervention involving fun group activities can significantly improve dynamic postural control in children with DCD.

KEYWORDS:

• Developmental coordination disorder
• postural control
• balance
• intervention
• group-based
• training
• children

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank all students and Research Assistants involved in the intervention and data collection. We would also like to thank the families and children for their time and participation.

Additional information

Funding

National Institutes of Health (KL2-TR001103; K01-MH107774)